Serving 1,656 students in grades 9-12, Willow Glen High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Glen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Willow Glen High School's student population of 1,656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willow Glen High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Glen High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3394 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
52%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
31%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Glen High School's ranking?
Willow Glen High School is ranked #3394 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Willow Glen High School often compared to?
Willow Glen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Branham High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Willow Glen High School?
The graduation rate of Willow Glen High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Willow Glen High School?
1,656 students attend Willow Glen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Willow Glen High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Glen High School?
Willow Glen High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Willow Glen High School offer ?
Willow Glen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Willow Glen High School part of?
Willow Glen High School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Willow Glen High School located?
Willow Glen High School is located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Willow Glen.
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